VCA Voice: A Veterinary Podcast

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As VCA Animal Hospitals Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Kerl has been privileged to speak with so many amazing people in the veterinary profession, whether they have newly joined our hospitals or are seasoned professionals. Their contributions to the veterinary industry are the inspiration for this podcast to share stories of hope and encouragement about what it means to be the people who care for pets. 

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From Flying F-18s in the Navy to Securing Disaster Relief Boarding for Displaced Pets: Brian Ruditsky

Jun 26 2024 16 mins  
In light of the recent wildfires in Southern California, Dr. Kerl welcomes Brian Ruditsky to the podcast to share about his team's response to the emergent need to find safe places to board pets of owners displaced due to mandatory evacuation orders during the Post Fire. Brian is Regional Operations Director for the Southern California region and discusses the joys and challenges o

A Conversation with VCA's Chief Client Officer: Martha Smith

Jun 12 2024 24 mins  
On this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Martha Smith, VCA's Chief Client Officer. Since joining VCA in 2014, Martha has led several key growth initiatives, including the development of VCA’s ecommerce strategy and build and launch of our online store and patient portals, the development and rollout of VCA’s recent brand refresh (which she counts

A Journey in Veterinary Neurology: Dr. Karen Kline

May 22 2024 22 mins  
Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome her long time friend and colleague, Dr. Karen Kline to the podcast. Dr. Kline has been the Medical Director and associate neurologist at the Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle and is currently an associate neurologist and past Medical Director at VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Kline is also an associate professor of

Understanding the Role of VCA's Chief Operating Officer: Aaron Frazier

May 15 2024 23 mins  
On this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Aaron Frazier, the Chief Operating Officer of VCA Animal Hospitals. Listen in as he shares his career journey and the importance of collaborating with strong industry partners to improve veterinary healthcare. In their conversation, Aaron emphasizes the need for a healthy partnership between medical and busine

The Joys and Challenges of Veterinary Internships: Dr. Adi Oz and Dr. Negeen Najafi

Apr 30 2024 30 mins  
In this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Adi Oz and Dr. Negeen Najafi discuss their unique journeys in veterinary medicine and their decision to pursue internships. They share their experiences in veterinary school, their interest in different specialties, and the process of finding a small animal rotating internship program. In their conversation with Dr. Kerl, they discuss t

Heartworm Awareness, Prevention, and Treatment: Dr. Tom Nelson

Apr 16 2024 16 mins  
April is Heartworm Awareness Month in veterinary medicine and in light of this important issue for pets and pet owners, Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Dr. Tom Nelson to the podcast. Dr. Nelson is the hospital director of the VCA Animal Medical Center of Northeast Alabama and has been in private practice for 45 years. Dr. Nelson is also an expert on heartworm disease and how to effe

Behind the Scenes with VCA's Virtual Care Team: Rachel Turner, CVT

Mar 22 2024 26 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Kerl welcomes Rachel Turner, a credentialed veterinary technician and one of the managers of virtual care services for VCA. Rachel shares her journey in veterinary medicine, from starting as a part-time veterinary technician to joining the virtual care team at VCA. She discusses VCA Live Chat, which supports our clients through medical triage and education 24 h

The Role of a Veterinary Behaviorist: Dr. Lore Haug

Feb 28 2024 25 mins  
Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Dr. Lore Haug to the podcast. In their conversation, they chat about Dr. Haug's journey in Veterinary Medicine, what led to her role as an Animal Behavior Specialist, and some helpful insights for new owners of puppies and kittens. Please check out the links below for further information on topics mentioned in the podcast: American College of Veterina

An Unusual Rabies Diagnosis and Investigation in an Unlikely Place: Dr. Sharon Mix and Dr. Sydney Stein

Feb 14 2024 28 mins  
Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Dr. Sharon Mix and Dr. Sydney Stein to the podcast for an intriguing episode about a rare case of rabies in Nebraska and the public health response that has taken place as a result of this case. Dr. Mix is the Medical Director of VCA Animal Medical Center of Omaha and Dr. Stein is an Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer for the CDC. Throughout their

The Importance of Veterinary Dental Health: Dr. Cindy Koons

Jan 31 2024 31 mins  
Welcome to season three of the VCA Voice Podcast! February is Dental Health Month in Veterinary Medicine and in light of this, Dr. Kerl is delighted to welcome Dr. Cindy Koons. Dr. Koons is a Regional Medical Director for VCA in the Mountain Southwest Group and is passionate about promoting dental health, which contributes to overall patient health. Listen in as they discuss Dr. Ko